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8BitDo Ultimate 2 Wireless — Mode switch

Quick answer

Button combo

Mode switch(2.4G ↔ wired)·power-on B(D-input) / Y (Switch)

Steps

  1. 1Use the physical Mode switch to choose the wireless 2.4G connection.
  2. 2On recent firmware (1.05 Beta 3+), pick the input protocol at power-on: hold B while pressing Home for D-input, or Y for Switch mode.
  3. 3Use a USB-C cable for wired play on Windows.
  4. 4Confirm in your game or in 8BitDo Ultimate Software V2 that the right mode is active.

LED states

  • solid—Connected in the selected mode
Last verified: 2026-06-20Source: support.8bitdo.com

The Ultimate 2 Wireless uses its Mode switch for the connection type and, on updated firmware, a power-on button to pick the input protocol — hold B while turning on for D-input (DirectInput) or Y for Switch mode. The Windows/Android edition runs as Xinput/D-input over 2.4G or USB-C. Update via Ultimate Software V2 to unlock the newest mode options.

FAQ

How do I get D-input vs Switch mode?
Hold B (D-input) or Y (Switch) while pressing Home to power on, on firmware 1.05 Beta 3 or later.
Does it work on Steam?
Yes — it works on Windows/Steam over 2.4G or wired; Steam reads it as a standard controller.

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